During difficult times, sometimes you just need a big hug in the form of food. We’ve compiled our favorite comfort food recipes to give you just that! Breakfasts, sides, mains, beverages, and desserts are all included.
Hearty, banana-infused baked oatmeal that’s naturally sweetened, satisfying, and requires just 1 bowl and 10 ingredients to prepare. The perfect cozy, comforting breakfast.
Vegan Banana Pancakes made in 1 bowl with wholesome ingredients! Easy, fluffy, tender, naturally sweetened, and the perfect healthier breakfast or dessert!
How to make the perfect steel cut oats in 3 easy steps: Soak, boil, simmer. Soaking the oats is the secret to ultra creamy, fluffy, tender oats. Plus, it improves digestibility! Just 4 ingredients required for this staple breakfast recipe.
THE BEST Vegan Gluten-Free Waffles made with 10 ingredients in 30 minutes. Fluffy on the inside, crispy on the outside, perfectly sweet and delicious! Top with maple syrup and fruit for the ultimate cozy breakfast.
Flaky vegan Pop Tarts with a berry filling, raw sugar topping, and an optional vanilla glaze. 100% vegan and healthy enough for an indulgent weekend or weekday breakfast.
Incredibly vibrant mashed sweet potatoes and carrots whipped with turmeric, ginger, fresh garlic, and dairy-free butter. The ultimate salty-sweet side!
EASY, fluffy mashed potatoes that are easy to make! Just 1 pot and 5 simple ingredients required for these buttery, garlicky mashed potatoes! Perfect for holiday gatherings and beyond!
Delicious, cheesy, tender scalloped potatoes made vegan thanks to almond milk and nutritional yeast! Just 10 ingredients required for this classic holiday side dish!
Easy-to-make, fluffy, perfectly sweet vegan cornbread made with 10 ingredients. The perfect comforting side for soups and chilis, or to bake into croutons for salads or stuffing.
Incredibly flavorful, hearty vegan lasagna made with 10 ingredients! Tender lasagna noodles are layered with Macadamia Nut Ricotta and tempeh-infused marinara sauce! Swoon.
Incredible vegan lentil “meatloaf” with wholesome, whole-food ingredients like lentils, nuts, sweet potato, and mushrooms! Just 10 ingredients required for this flavorful, comforting entrée.
Tender, flavorful, 10-ingredient vegan meatballs made with quinoa and black beans! Infused with fresh herbs, tomato paste, and spices for big flavor. The perfect meatless meatball for pasta, sandwiches, and more!
Super delicious and hearty mushroom lentil stew gravy over mashed potatoes! Entirely vegan, gluten-free, and grain-free. A delicious and easy-to-make 10-ingredient meal or side!
A hearty, 10-ingredient Vegan Shepherd's Pie that's loaded with veggies and savory lentils and topped with fluffy mashed potatoes. So flavorful and satisfying that you won't miss the meat!
Easy, 1-pot vegan and gluten-free minestrone! Simple, wholesome ingredients, 30 minutes to prepare. SO delicious and perfect for late summer, fall, and winter!
An easy-to-make gluten-free pizza crust that's perfectly crisp on the edges and tender in the center. Just 10 ingredients required, easy methods, and so delicious! Plus, it's yeast-free and vegan!
Amazing, 10-ingredient vegan ramen made with 1-pot mushroom broth, crispy tofu, and miso-roasted vegetables. A hearty, satisfying, and delicious plant-based meal.
Hearty, flavorful Vegan Sloppy Joes made with fresh, simple ingredients, naturally sweetened, and they require just 30 minutes! Savory, smoky, perfectly sweet — a delicious plant-based meal!
Insanely rich, delicious, refined-sugar-free vegan hot chocolate infused with real cocoa butter, cacao powder, and maca powder for serious feel-good vibes. Just 7 ingredients required!
Creamy, easy golden milk with dairy-free milk, ginger, turmeric, and coconut oil. Naturally sweetened, incredibly healthy, and so delicious. Ready in just 5 minutes!
A delicious and easy dairy-free chai recipe made with whole spices. It's spicy, comforting, naturally sweetened, and made in just 1 pot with 8 ingredients!
Creamy Peanut Butter Banana Chickpea Shake with just 5 ingredients, 5 minutes, and 1 blender required. A satisfying, plant-based treat with plenty of fiber and protein!
Incredibly fudgy sweet potato brownies with cacao, almond butter, and oats. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and topped with pecans and chocolate chips for the ultimate healthier treat!
Mini rustic pies made with simple ingredients. The perfect vegan dessert for fresh berry season (or any time of the year)! Serve with your favorite vegan ice cream or coconut whipped cream for an extra special treat.
1-Bowl Vegan Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread that’s moist, perfectly spiced and sweet, and seriously simple! Ideal for breakfast, snacking, and fall gatherings.
Easy cinnamon rolls with just 7 ingredients and no complicated steps. Just proof, roll out, and bake! Plus, they’re vegan and SO delicious, fluffy, and gooey!
The best vegan apple crisp, naturally sweetened and made in 1 bowl! Tender, caramelized apples under a crispy pecan-oat topping. Fall dessert perfection.
Super fudgy vegan brownie cookies that are tender on the inside, crisp on the outside, and reminiscent of a brownie! Just 10 ingredients required for these naturally sweetened gluten- and grain-free treats!
Wow… I’ve been a huge fan of your recipes since I went vegan 2 years ago and recently received a celiacs diagnosis. So many great veg and gf recipes on this list. I cannot wait to try your quinoa meatballs recipe:)
Such a timely post! I am back home from college for the rest of the semester because of current circumstances and have been trying to rack my brain for plant-based foods that all of my non-plant-based family would enjoy. The minestrone looks perfect for these dreary March and April days.
Hi I need help finding GOOD gluten-free pasta and bread that tastes as normal as possible. Everything I have tried is pretty crappie. Or a recipes I can try
Debby Popkin says
The white pasta sauce with brussels sprouts is one I make regularly – so good.
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks, Debby!
Robin says
So… we’ve worked our way through a dozen or so recipes from your website thus far and they’re really fantastic. Thanks for all you do!
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Aw, love that! Thanks for sharing, Robin! xo
Ishani says
Just wanted to say thank you for putting this together!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
xo!
Ileana Desalos says
Is there any way of purchasing or receiving a pdf version of all those recipes that I could print?
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Ileana, not at this time, but we’ll keep that in mind for the future.
joe says
Easy…Open the recipe. Go to print at the right hand corner and there you are. Can be printed in colour or Black ink.
Good luck and God bless.
Caity Miller says
Wow… I’ve been a huge fan of your recipes since I went vegan 2 years ago and recently received a celiacs diagnosis. So many great veg and gf recipes on this list. I cannot wait to try your quinoa meatballs recipe:)
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Aw, we’re so glad you enjoy our recipes, Caity! Enjoy! xo
Jacqueline Coetzee says
Fabulous and relevant post. Thanks a million!
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
xo!
Abigail says
Such a timely post! I am back home from college for the rest of the semester because of current circumstances and have been trying to rack my brain for plant-based foods that all of my non-plant-based family would enjoy. The minestrone looks perfect for these dreary March and April days.
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Enjoy!
Michael says
Hi I need help finding GOOD gluten-free pasta and bread that tastes as normal as possible. Everything I have tried is pretty crappie. Or a recipes I can try
Thanks. Michael
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Hi Michael. Our favorite bread is by little northern bake house. Our favorite GF pasta is Trader Joe’s fussili!
Michael says
Thanh you . I will give it a shot.